I am IH: What is Industrial/Occupational Hygiene?

Introduction

The speaker talks about their favorite part of their job as an industrial hygienist, which is the variety of tasks they get to do and the opportunity to travel.

Favorite Part of the Job

• The speaker enjoys the unpredictability of their job and the variety of tasks they get to do.

• They also love the opportunity to travel and work with clients from all over the world.

Industrial Hygiene Career

The speaker discusses how industrial hygiene is a customizable profession that offers many opportunities in different industry sectors. They also mention that people come from various backgrounds to become industrial hygienists.

Customizable Profession

• Industrial hygiene allows for practicing in every imaginable industry sector, making it a customizable profession.

• There are many choices available for those interested in pursuing this career path.

Diverse Backgrounds

• People come from different backgrounds and pathways to become industrial hygienists.

• Some may have been chemists or nurses, while others may have been engineers.

Satisfying Aspects of Industrial Hygiene

The speaker expresses pride in being an industrial hygienist and finds satisfaction in knowing that they help keep people safe. They also mention that there are many opportunities for talented individuals in this field.

Helping Keep People Safe

• The most satisfying aspect of being an industrial hygienist is knowing that they help keep people safe.

• There is a need for talented individuals in this field, and there are amazing opportunities available for those who are excited about this job.